French Muslims condemn political statements targeting women in hijab

Daily Trust | 04-09-2026 07:54am |

The French Council of Muslim Faith (CFCM) has condemned political statements targeting Muslim women who wear hijab, calling them irresponsible and dangerous. In a statement, the CFCM said such remarks could expose women to hostility and public condemnation. The council noted that women wearing headscarves are already victims of insults and attacks. It rejected the portrayal of the headscarf as an extremist invention, citing its presence in foundational religious texts.

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